Beautiful Gulf-front house with private pool, lovely deck, elevator & AC

Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
3.8
Good(31 Reviews)

House in West Beach, AL

32 guests · 8 bedrooms · 9 baths

Reasons to book

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental

The Blind Melon

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The Blind Melon sits right on the beach in Gulf Shores, AL. You can enjoy eight bedrooms, perfect for large families. Highlights include a private pool and a lovely deck. Indoors, the spacious and gleaming kitchen has tons of room to host a large group when everyone is hungry. Plus, there are comfortable furnishings for relaxing and unwinding after beach days.

The Blind Melon is located in a shopper's paradise, with dozens of unique beach boutiques and major shopping complexes nearby. Two popular shopping destinations are the shops at Tanger Outlets, situated just north of the beach, and The Wharf in Orange Beach, where you'll find shops, restaurants, a movie theater, and more.

THINGS TO KNOW
Cancellation for this property must be 90 days prior to arrival.
The boardwalk is currently unusable due to beach erosion in the area.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 8 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV

Map of West Beach, AL

Reviews

3.8
Good(31 Reviews)
5.0
Jul 2024
The design of the house is fantastic. It includes 2 of every appliance (washer/dryer, dishwasher, range, microwave, and refrigerator/freezer). There is an elevator which avoids carrying luggage up and down the stairs. The location is directly on the beach in a location that is less crowded than many other parts of Gulf Shores. The swimming pool is located on the second floor (beach level) with a view out onto the beach. There are plenty of bedrooms, beds, and bathrooms. I would rent this house again.
2.0
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Jul 2024
Overall, this house and the responsiveness from Vacasa was abysmal. The house was pretty, but needed a more thorough clean. On our first day, a breaker tripped and we could not get it to stay flipped. It took over 24 hours to get someone from Vacasa to come look at the issue, and one of the bedrooms didn’t have power during that entire time frame. The blender that comes in the house caught on fire, and we had a different outlet spark and turn what was plugged in black. None of the outlets in the bathrooms work. Overall the house had major electrical issues. Not to mention, an entire large beam holding the boardwalk is missing the bottom of it like it was snapped in half, so even if the boardwalk is “in service” it’s dangerous to walk on and does not feel safe at all. I would not recommend a stay at the Blind Melon.
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2024
Great location. House could use a few repairs. Overall good experience.
5.0
Apr 2024
The house is great. Each bedroom had it own bathroom which was great for a 8 guy golf getaway.
5.0
Apr 2024
Loved the view, quiet area of Gulf Shores. Hot tub with small pool. Comfortable beds.
2.0
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Jan 2024
As others have said, the boardwalk is not accessible. The company claims this was on the listing when we booked, but I don't think I would have missed that since we were specifically looking for a place with a boardwalk (it is on the listing currently). Walking to the beach isn't difficult for most people, but for the elderly or anyone with mobility issues, it can be a challenge. We had 3 elderly people with us, and they had to take a different route to the beach to avoid going over the steep sand dunes. One member of our party stepped on a 4 inch nail, and it went completely through his foot as he was walking the path that leads you to the beach (right next to the broken boardwalk). Beware of this, and always wear shoes on the property. We ended up taking a metal detector along the path and picked up 40 more 4 inch nails that were buried in the sand. We informed management and they sent someone out to pick up more. Beware of this as this could ruin someone's vacation. The pool heater was not working when we arrived, but we were able to get it working ourselves. The hot tub did not work, and we could not get it working. The place is mostly clean, but we found rodent droppings under a couple of the sinks on the main level. The location is great with just a very short drive or long walk to restaurants.
2.0
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Oct 2023
This house worked well with our large group. The kitchen area specifically was well-suited for big gatherings with two refrigerators, ovens, microwaves and dishwashers. There was limited seating in the living room, and the three TVs were very difficult to figure out. The floors were sandy and not clean when we arrived, and both washers and both dryers were extremely moldy and gross. The house was a little bit run down and I was surprised at the apparent lack of upkeep. The biggest disappointment was the broken boardwalk. We chose this house specifically for easy beach access because we have a handicapped family member, and we were not told beforehand about the unusable boardwalk. When I happened to see it on the booking info the week before our arrival, I asked why we weren’t informed so we could make other accommodations if we needed to, and the only answer I got was that the information was listed when we booked. I finally got an answer as to when the damage occurred and it was AFTER we booked, so there was no way we could have known about the damage. I asked if there was any way we could switch houses or get a discount or even an early check in since we paid for something we weren’t getting, and Vacasa wouldn’t do anything for us. It was obvious that they didn’t care since they had our money and we were stuck as the cancellation/refund window had passed. I was very disappointed in their lack of transparency and what I consider to be basically dishonest.
4.0
star 5 empty
Oct 2023
My family and I loved this house. The elevator is a BIG plus. We did have trouble with the hot tub, but was refunded for the inconvenience. If they ever get the boardwalk fixed, we would not hesitate to stay here again.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in West Beach?

The average price for a rental in West Beach is $258 per night. This rental is $1,177 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful Gulf-front house with private pool, lovely deck, elevator & AC. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beautiful Gulf-front house with private pool, lovely deck, elevator & AC. Enjoy the water!

Is Beautiful Gulf-front house with private pool, lovely deck, elevator & AC pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Beautiful Gulf-front house with private pool, lovely deck, elevator & AC?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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